Orthodontics in Mississauga
At GD Orthodontics, we are dedicated to providing you with the best possible care in our state-of-the-art clinic. We use orthodontics in Mississauga to address numerous concerns, such as crooked teeth, TMJ, sleep apnea and more. When you visit us, we take the time to understand your concerns and offer personalized orthodontic treatments that work for you.
We keep up with the developments in the industry and ensure our clients have access to the latest treatments for superior results.
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Orthodontics in Mississauga for All Ages
The purpose of orthodontics extends far beyond making smiles look great and boosting patients’ self-esteem. Benefits of orthodontic treatment include:
Healthier teeth and a healthier bite
Better joint alignment
Fixing crooked and crowded teeth
Fighting tooth decay, tooth loss and gum disease
Orthodontics can tackle issues like inefficient chewing function, abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, and too much strain on gums and bones. If left untreated, these problems can cause chronic headaches as well as face and neck pain.
Common Problems
In general, orthodontic problems can be categorized as such:
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Class II: Class II problems, sometimes called “overjet,” is when the upper jaw and teeth project past the lower jaw. Class II problems are often genetically inherited; however, they can result from excessive thumbsucking. To correct this problem, orthodontists will typically try to influence facial growth and bring the upper and lower jaws together to their correct position.
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Class III: In Class III problems, the lower jaw may “stick out” and seem unusually large. However, it is often the upper jaw’s growth that is at fault. Class III problems are also often genetic.
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Crossbite: Teeth are misaligned in crossbites. Posterior crossbites often consist of a narrow upper jaw and a wide lower jaw. When closed into a secure bite, the lower teeth are held outside the upper teeth. Crossbites may cause the appearance of facial asymmetry.
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Crowding: Crowding is a common reason to seek orthodontic treatment. For some patients, there is a discrepancy between the size of their teeth and the space available in their jaw. Crowding may also be associated with gum problems. The added challenge of cleaning crowded teeth may also result in poorer oral hygiene and more risk of tooth decay.
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Deep bite: Characteristics of a deep bite include a large amount of exposed gum tissue, a protruded or entrapped lip, biting the roof of the mouth, and excessive wear on incisors. This is usually associated with length disparity between the upper and lower jaw.
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Openbite: Open bites are often caused by jaw disparities, habits like thumbsucking, or too much vertical jaw growth. Early intervention is critical to treating an open bite.
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Spacing: Spacing, like crowding, is a common reason for orthodontic treatment. Excessive spacing may be caused by gum tissue attachments called “frenae” or jaw and teeth size disparity.
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Missing teeth: Other than aesthetic issues, missing teeth can cause other health and dental problems such as chewing, pain, speech problems, and muscle sagging. Having missing teeth can also mean more space for decay and gum disease, and how teeth arrange themselves in relation to the spaces may cause misalignment.